ClassroomLocally Self-Host n8n For FREE: From Zero to Production

Locally Self-Host n8n For FREE: From Zero to Production

Learn how to run n8n locally, use third party NPM packages, use community nodes, and connect your local n8n to the public internet.

Step-by-step Walkthrough

This module walks you through the process step-by-step

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8 lessons

Installing Prerequisites

Introduction, Installing Docker Desktop, Getting The Necessary Files

Reviewing Necessary Files

We look at the files required to complete this lesson.

Dockerfile Deep Dive

This lesson goes into depth on how the n8n Dockerfile works.

Docker Compose Deep Dive

This lesson goes into depth on how the n8n, Postgres, Docker, and ngrok work together via the Docker Compose YAML file.

Host n8n Locally

Hosting n8n with Docker Desktop, showcasing the Dockerfile and the Docker Compose YAML file.

Run n8n Workflow

Run a workflow on the locally hosted n8n server. Use a third party NPM library that we imported.

Public Access with ngrok

ngrok helps you connect your local n8n instance to the public world (Slack Hooks, Telegram Hooks, Webhooks, etc.). While not the best solution for public access, it is a good place to learn.

Getting Production-ready

Suggestions for taking this to the next level. Want to see more? Let me know in the Community post!

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